“At a time when higher education is facing some headwinds, we really think we’re bucking the trend."

QUINCY — Quincy University students, faculty, and staff will fan out across the community Wednesday, Oct. 7, for the university’s 11th annual Day of Service and Food Drive. Participants will […]

Buffalo Grove High School security guard Orlando Rivas died shielding the lives of students from a falling pole near the school parking lot. Now, even in death, he continues to help save lives, includ...

School uniforms are supposed to be more cost-effective for families...

States hope to address the country’s historic low literacy rate.

The team gave the Lady Phoenix a dolly full of brand new equipment: cleats, pads, helmets, sports bras and more.

Blue Island’s Hope Center is closing in on its goal of donating 2,000 pounds of food it raises year-round for the community.

The food drive will continue through Wednesday, so residents have one more day to donate.

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"Everyone’s having a good time and it’s all for a good cause to help animals in Peoria area.”

NIU alumni Joe and Giselle Intrakamhang have experienced both the joy of success and the pain of need.  On Wednesday, the couple acknowledged both with a $100,000 donation split between the Northern...

Alsip and Garden Homes firefighters will host the Project Fire Buddies Fall Fest Saturday, Sept. 26 at Reilly's Daughter.

“A lot of the kids are learning not to be afraid of insects.” 

Emily Shupe, WIU professor of Health and Wellness Services said, “DOT Foods is an amazing organization and has continuously supported the WIU Food Pantry. Together we are fighting

The College Board National School Recognition Award celebrates students who demonstrated academic excellence within their school community.

State Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel, D-Shorewood, and state Rep. Jessica Dixon Heitman, D-Plainfield, are hosting a food drive to benefit the Plainfield Area Interfaith Food Pantry.

Each year, Crescent City Grade School conducts a Walk-A-Thon to raise funds. These funds are then used for various items, such as field trips, student incentives or special activities. This

A big gala on Friday night will honor a local non-profit that has served the community for two decades. Roseland Ceasefire has had some highs and lows but has maintained constant community impact.

The Southern Illinois Resource and Advocacy Center will host a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new Herrin Resource Center.

JOLIET, Ill. – The Will County Regional Office of Education (ROE) is helping students prepare for a successful school year by hosting two free Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway events for families across...

A new food pantry has been launched on Waubonsee Community College’s Sugar Grove campus designed to help students dealing with food insecurity.

Mike Matejka is the only person from outside Chicago honored by Illinois Humanities this year, given the Public Humanities Award recognizing community leaders who further culture and civic engagement.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) - The stigma is slowly going away when the subject is mental health. "Being able to talk more openly about these topics, I think, is really important. I think that...

Jimmy O’Connor explains how Second Story Foundation is building a f...

Freeport High School celebrated its centennial milestone this week with tours, historical displays, and community festivities on the Moseley Street lawn.

State Sen. Sally Turner and State Reps. Regan Deering and Bill Hauter are collecting items for a Classroom Care drive at their offices until Sept. 30 for distribution to area

The Tracy Family Foundation has been a foundational partner in supporting WACE operations since 2024. The foundation’s program managers, Terry Jenkins and Allie Walch, support the foundation’s

The students represent the culinary arts program at Joliet West High School, part of a Career and Technical Education pathway program.

More than 185 Joliet Public Schools District 86 employees were recognized with service awards, ranging in years of service from five to 40.

CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University Athletics and Banterra Bank are proud to announce a joint community initiative to honor the firefighters and ...

Having his son in the stands made the performance extra meaningful, district officials said.

We are your neighbors, friends, fellow parishioners and sports parents, and Laborers International Union of North America Local 362 carry on a long tradition of community volunteerism.

News from around the Southland includes items from Matteson, Richton Park, Orland Park, Evergreen Park, Lockport, Palos Hills and more.

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QUINCY — The Quincy Public Schools Foundation’s latest grant funding provided more than $151,000 to empower educators, elevate student experiences, and ignite creativity across the district. “At...

After losing federal funding following the shutdown of the Corporat...

Central District 51 Schools were excited to welcome students and staff back for another great school year! As part of this year’s kickoff, the district unveiled a new tradition: the

It's not your typical college classroom. Some students are learning...

QUINCY — When Brian McGee came to Quincy University (QU) nearly eight years ago, the goals for his presidency focused on academic, spiritual, physical, and financial renewal. But ongoing progress […]

A southwest suburban high school student, who fell to his death at a suburban rock quarry has been identified.

Life on the street is brutal for man’s best friend.

The Bloomington-Normal historian, labor advocate and community leader will receive a 2026 Public Humanities Award on Sept. 23 at the Obama Presidential Center.

Mayor Brandon Johnson announced the Neighborhood Market Grant Program for small businesses and farmers market operators.

When asked what was the most important reason for becoming the all-time winningest coach in IHSA softball history with 1,066 victories, Elk Grove's Ken Grams hardly flinched. In the way he always has...